Virtual Book Tour - Prospect Management: The Essential Guide

Date: Wednesday, June 17

Time: 11 am PT

Join us for an author talk with Ruthie Giles, an internationally-recognized expert in prospect management and author of Prospect Management: The Essential Guide for a High Functioning Nonprofit Prospect Management System. This is the first comprehensive guide of its kind in the nonprofit sector. 

In this session, Ruthie will share the story behind writing the book, explain her passion for building sustainable prospect management systems, touch on some key topics, and share her vision for what she thinks is on the horizon for the prospect development field. There will be ample time for questions and discussion – so please bring your questions, challenges, and curiosity.

Book Giveaway

Apra NW is pleased to offer a special book giveaway! We will give away copies of the book Prospect Management: The Essential Guide in the spirit of advancing professional development for prospect professionals.

No purchase necessary to enter or win! To enter, either:

• Complete the event registration form to be automatically entered, OR

• Email apranw.programming@gmail.com with your name and “Giveaway Entry” in the subject line.

See full giveaway guidelines below.

Meet Our Speaker

Ruthie Giles As a renowned thought leader in the field of prospect management, Ruthie Giles has worked in prospect research and prospect management since 2000. She is the author of Prospect Management: The Essential Guide for a High Functioning Nonprofit Prospect Management System (2025). Ruthie has held positions with Springfield Technical Community College, University of New Hampshire, Westfield State University, Amherst College, Mount Holyoke College, Harold Grinspoon Foundation, The Loomis Chaffee School, and the Williston Northampton School. She is a former Board member of the New England Development Research Association (NEDRA). Originally from coastal Maine, Ruthie resides in western Massachusetts with her husband, their sweet lazy dog, and their five neurotic cats.

After registration you will receive a Zoom link. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility or any other questions, please contact apranw.programming@gmail.com.

Official Giveaway Rules

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN.

Entry into the book giveaway is free and open to legal residents of the United States, age 18 or older.

To enter, either:

• Complete the event registration form, OR

• Email apranw.programming@gmail.com with your name and “Giveaway Entry” in the subject line.

You do not need to purchase a ticket or become a member to enter, and doing so will not increase your chances of winning. All entries have equal odds. Limit one entry per person.

Winners will be selected at random and announced during the event. Winners must be present at the time of the drawing or respond within 24 hours to claim their prize, or alternate winner(s) may be selected.

Void where prohibited.